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c)

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

 

 

 

switch is in the off position before connecting

 

WARNING

 

to power source and/or battery pack, picking

Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

 

up or carrying the tool.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in

 

Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch

electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

 

or energising power tools that have the switch on

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

d)

invites accidents.

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your

 

turning the power tool on.

mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated

 

A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of

(cordless) power tool.

e)

the power tool may result in personal injury.

1)

Work area safety

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and

 

balance at all times.

 

a)

Keep work area clean and well lit.

 

This enables better control of the power tool in

 

b)

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

f)

unexpected situations.

 

Do not operate power tools in explosive

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

 

 

atmospheres, such as in the presence of

 

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves

 

 

flammable liquids, gases or dust.

 

away from moving parts.

 

 

Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust

 

Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught

 

c)

or fumes.

g)

in moving parts.

 

Keep children and bystanders away while

If devices are provided for the connection of

 

 

operating a power tool.

 

dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure

 

 

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

 

these are connected and properly used.

2)

Electrical safety

 

Use of dust collection can reduce dust related hazards.

 

a)

Power tool plugs must match the outlet.

4) Power tool use and care

 

 

Never modify the plug in any way.

a)

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct

 

 

Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed

 

power tool for your application.

 

 

(grounded) power tools.

 

The correct power tool will do the job better and

 

 

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce

b)

safer at the rate for which it was designed.

 

b)

risk of electric shock.

Do not use the power tool if the switch does not

 

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

 

turn it on and off.

 

 

surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and

 

Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the

 

 

refrigerators.

c)

switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

 

 

There is an increased risk of electric shock if your

Disconnect the plug from the power source

 

c)

body is earthed or grounded.

 

and/or the battery pack from the power tool

 

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet

 

before making any adjustments, changing

 

 

conditions.

 

accessories, or storing power tools.

 

 

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of

 

Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of

 

d)

electric shock.

d)

starting the power tool accidentally.

 

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

Store idle power tools out of the reach of

 

 

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.

 

children and do not allow persons unfamiliar

 

 

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or

 

with the power tool or these instructions to

 

 

moving parts.

 

operate the power tool.

 

 

Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of

 

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

 

e)

electric shock.

e)

users.

 

When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment

 

 

extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

 

or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts

 

 

Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the

 

and any other condition that may affect the

 

f)

risk of electric shock.

 

power toolsʼ operation.

 

If operating a power tool in a damp location

 

If damaged, have the power tool repaired

 

 

is unavoidable, use a residual current device

 

before use.

 

 

(RCD) protected supply.

 

Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained

 

 

Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

f)

power tools.

3)

Personal safety

Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

 

Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting

 

a)

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

 

 

 

edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

 

 

common sense when operating a power tool.

 

 

 

g)

Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits

 

 

Do not use a power tool while you are tired

 

 

 

etc. in accordance with these instructions,

 

 

or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or

 

 

 

 

taking into account the working conditions and

 

 

medication.

 

 

 

 

the work to be performed.

 

 

A moment of inattention while operating power tools

 

 

 

may result in serious personal injury.

 

Use of the power tool for operations different from

 

b)

 

those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

 

Use personal protective equipment. Always

 

 

 

wear eye protection.

5) Service

 

 

Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid

a)

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified

 

 

safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used

 

repair person using only identical replacement

 

 

for appropriate conditions will reduce personal

 

parts.

 

 

injuries.

 

This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is

 

 

 

 

 

maintained.

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